Kala-azar in India: A Public Health Challenge in Transition

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To evaluate the public health challenges posed by kala-azar in India and identify areas for improvement in its control.
Assessment of kala-azar prevalence and burden in India, particularly in endemic states.
Analysis of healthcare access and disease management capabilities in rural populations.
Review of ongoing elimination efforts and their effectiveness.
India accounts for approximately 18% of global kala-azar cases, with high prevalence in Bihar, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
The disease primarily affects impoverished rural communities, highlighting significant healthcare access issues.
Existing elimination strategies have not yet led to the desired reduction in cases, necessitating enhanced surveillance and treatment efforts.

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Observational study reveals challenges in controlling kala-azar in rural India, highlighting the need for improved healthcare access.

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Kadar et al. (2026) studied this question.

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